15. Sparkling Hill Resort, Okanagan Valley, BC

Readers' Rating: 81.071

Built in 2010, the Sparkling Hill Resort is a one-stop accommodation for wellness, rejuvenation, and stunning views of Lake Okanagan. KurSpa offers several impressive amenities, including aromatherapy saunas, igloos, and an indoor pool with underwater music. Just as notable is Sparkling Hill's design, which incorporates 3.5 million Swarovski crystals into the lobby decor and in-room fireplaces—hence the resort's dazzling name.

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14. Le Westin Resort & Spa, Mont-Tremblant, QC

Readers' Rating: 81.095

Located in scenic Mont-Tremblant, Le Westin Resort & Spa is an ideal spot to experience the great outdoors of Canada (followed by some pampering at Amerispa). Enjoy skiing and snowshoeing in the winter, then return in the warmer months for golf and hiking. As an added bonus, the hotel is completely smoke-free to ensure guests can fully appreciate that fresh mountain air.

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13. The Parkside Hotel & Spa, Victoria, BC

Readers' Rating: 81.869

If you prefer sleek modern accommodations to a rugged, lodge-like stay, check into Victoria's Parkside Hotel & Spa. The building is known for its three-story atrium and modern art collection, as well as its rooftop gardens and patio. One thing to note: The rooms do not have air conditioning, although fans are available upon request.

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12. The Fairmont Chateau Whistler, Whistler, BC

Readers' Rating: 83.644

Located at the foot of Blackcomb Mountain, the green-roofed Fairmont Chateau Whistler is "a little removed from the village noise, yet just minutes from the heart of the village on foot." Rustic Canadian antiques are scattered throughout. "Fantastic rooms" have mountain or village views and are decorated in golds and browns. The Chalet hosts fondue dinners by the fireplace.

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11. Black Rock Oceanfront Resort, Vancouver Island, BC

Readers' Rating: 83.766

Situated on ruggedly beautiful Vancouver Island, Black Rock Oceanfront Resort is all about showing guests everything the west coast has to offer. The seaside Fetch Restaurant uses local ingredients, while the Drift Spa has a wide variety of seaweed skincare products sourced straight from the ocean. And the main draw of the suites is undoubtedly the furnished balconies and floor-to-ceiling windows offering views of the Pacific.

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10. Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside, Whistler, BC

Readers' Rating: 84.470

At Pan Pacific Whistler Mountainside, guests get the best of both worlds: outdoor adventure in the Coast Mountains, and luxurious lodge-style accommodations. Each suite features a fireplace and balcony, while the heated salt water pool and Irish pub round out the resort experience. The staff is also on call to arrange various Whistler tours, including ski outings and wine tastings.

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9. Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa, Victoria, BC

Readers' Rating: 84.470

Brentwood Bay Resort & Spa claims to be "the most romantic hotel in Canada", and it's easy to see why. The 35 suites and villas have king-sized beds, jacuzzi tubs, fireplaces, and balconies for the ultimate couple's retreat. The resort even offers a two-night "Lovers Escape" package, which includes spa discounts and complimentary sparkling cider.

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8. The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel, Banff, AB

Readers' Rating: 84.993

"If God designed a resort, this is where he [or she] would place it." The 1888 Scottish castle is "just majestic," surrounded by the forests, mountains, and lakes of Banff National Park. Staff at the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel are "solid, polite, [and] helpful." Choose from European (Club Lounge), Italian (Castello Ristorante), Canadian ice wine (Grapes Wine Bar), and other cuisines at the ten bars and restaurants.

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7. The Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, AB

Readers' Rating: 85.346

Opened in 1890, the Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise has towers, windows, and terraces evocative of the Italian Renaissance. It's set on "a lovely lake surrounded by scenic mountains"—"one of the most picturesque locations in the world." Rooms with photos and maps of the area "tend to be on the small side due to the age of the hotel," so "be sure to book one with a lake view." Kids' activities include cake-baking, photo expeditions, and canoeing. At Walliser Stube, sample small plates before an entrée of Alberta beef or bison.

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6. The Algonquin Resort St. Andrews by-the-Sea, St. Andrews, NB

Readers' Rating: 85.952

Open since 1889, The Algonquin Resort is the most historic hotel to make this list, as well as the only property located in New Brunswick. The resort's list of features is vast, ranging from luxurious (golf course and helicopter landing pad) to quirky (on-site beehives and fire pits with guitars and s'mores). It also earns bragging rights for being located in the charming city of St. Andrews by-the-Sea, where day trip adventures include whale watching and kayak tours.

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5. Emerald Lake Lodge, Yoho National Park BC

Readers' Rating: 85.969

This 1902 timber property on a peninsula overlooking a glacial lake in Yoho National Park, west of Banff, is in "an inspirational location and has a great layout." Emerald Lake Lodge's two-story alpine cabins with fireplaces and private balconies have no TVs, and some are "in need of refurbishment." In summer, guests cross a wooden bridge to dine at Cilantro on the Lake, a log cabin. Mount Burgess’s Rocky Mountain cuisine means caribou medallions, elk tenderloin, and salmon fillets. The local terrain draws cross-country skiers, although some prefer to just "sit in the moonlight and gaze at the peaks reflected in the lake."

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4. Four Seasons Resort Whistler, Whistler, BC

Readers' Rating: 86.811

"Everything is fabulous" at the Four Seasons Resort Whistler at the base of Blackcomb Mountain, in the upper village. The "very relaxing and quiet lobby" is done in limestone and Australian eucalyptus paneling. Rooms in earthy tones have "crisp white bedspreads," gas fireplaces, and bathrooms with deep soaking tubs and slate tile. Dine on Canadian steaks at Sidecut or on Pacific Northwest specialties at Fifty Two 80—"both are fantastic places for a special meal." The "amazing staff" includes a ski concierge who cleans your ski equipment daily—"staff are willing to go to the moon and back for guests."

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3. Post Hotel & Spa, Lake Louise, AB

Readers' Rating: 87.302

Post Hotel & Spa, a historic alpine lodge in Banff National Park near Lake Louise, is a red-roofed chalet-style building that has a rustic decor with beamed ceilings and stone accents. The "beautiful design and elegant sophistication" includes rooms with pine furnishings, goose-down duvets, and bathrooms with slate floors. With a grand fieldstone fireplace, Spiegelau crystal glasses, and Canadian pine, the Dining Room has "an excellent wine list" and serves fresh market cuisine that's "out of this world." At the spa, indulge in a Black Mud Balancing Body Therapy or float in the Romanesque saltwater pool. "The only problem is that they don't warn you about the trains that roll through town every few hours—noisy."

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2. Moraine Lake Lodge, Banff, AB

Readers' Rating: 89.852

Moraine Lake Lodge has everything you'd expect from a cabin-style Canadian resort. The views are the main attraction here, as the hotel is tucked away in the Canadian Rocky Mountains within Banff National Park. The lobby features a cozy stone fireplace, while the rooms are decked out with sturdy wood furniture and exposed beam ceilings—plus balconies overlooking the pristine Moraine Lake.

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1. Wickaninnish Inn, Vancouver Island, BC

Readers' Rating: 90.150

"A paradise at the end of the world," the cedar-plank Wickaninnish Inn is at the gateway to Pacific Rim National Park Reserve. Rooms with driftwood furniture offer views of the forest and ocean through floor-to-ceiling windows. The menu at the Pointe Restaurant, with its grand panoramic view, emphasizes Vancouver Island produce, game, and fish—"the seafood is unmatched." For lighter dining and a list of single malts, try On the Rocks. "Staff make you feel right at home." After a walk on "one of the most beautiful beaches," enjoy a hot soak in an oversized tub with aromatherapy bath salts.